Canon XF405 User manual

4K Camcorder

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Instruction Manual

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Introduction

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Highlights of the XF405 / XF400

The Canon XF405 / XF400 4K Camcorder is a high-performance camcorder whose compact size makes it ideal

in a variety of situations. The following are just some of the many functions featured in the camcorder.

4K Recording

Advanced sensor and image processor

The camcorder is equipped with a 1.0-type CMOS

sensor that captures video at an effective pixel count

of approximately 8.29 megapixels (3840x2160). The

video is then processed by the state-of-the-art dual

DIGIC DV 6 image processing platform. This allows

the camcorder to excel in low-light situations and

achieve improved image stabilization.

Wide zoom lens

The camcorder features a 15x optical zoom lens

with a focal length at full wide angle of 25.5 mm

(35 mm equivalent), offering superb wide-angle

shooting capability.

Convenience and Functionality

Emphasis on versatility

This camcorder has features to make it usable as a

main camera but is also small enough to be very

portable. The advanced image stabilization (A 61)

will let you shoot in a variety of situations in the field.

The handle unit is removable so you can attach it to

enjoy additional audio options and infrared

functionality, or remove it when you need improved

portability.

Manual controls at your fingertips

The focus/zoom ring helps you achieve the focus

you are looking for. You can easily change the ring's

functionality so that you can operate the zoom. You

can also assign certain frequently used functions to

a customizable button and adjust those functions

with the accompanying dial (A 93). Additionally,

the camcorder also features 5 assignable buttons

on the camcorder and one onscreen assignable

touch button to which you can assign a variety of

functions to access them with ease (A 94).

Infrared recording

Record in darkness using infrared recording

(A 88). With the built-in infrared light on the handle

unit, you can record nocturnal animals in their

natural environment or other such scenes.

SD card recording options

The camcorder can record 4K video in MP4 format

on an SD card. It is equipped with 2 SD card slots,

allowing you to use dual recording (A 47) to record

the same clip on two SD cards, or relay recording to

automatically switch to the other SD card when the

one being used is full. Dual recording is a convenient

way to create a backup of your recordings, while

relay recording effectively extends the available

recording time.

Network functions

(A 113)

You can connect the camcorder to a Wi-Fi or wired

(Ethernet) network. This allows you to control the

camcorder remotely from a connected network

device using the Browser Remote application

(A 123) and to easily transfer files to a remote FTP

server using the FTP protocol (A 131).

Time code options

(A 74)

The time code generated by the camcorder can be

output from the SDI OUT terminal (m only) or

HDMI OUT terminal in order to synchronize it with

other external devices. A user bit code (A 76) can

also be output with the output signal.

Dual Pixel CMOS AF

The camera features Dual Pixel CMOS AF

technology for improved autofocus functions

(A 49). In addition to continuous AF, AF-boosted

MF lets you focus manually most of the way and let

the camcorder finish focusing automatically. With

AF-boosted MF the camcorder does not perform

unreliable focus adjustments, resulting in a smoother

focusing operation than with continuous AF. The

camcorder can also focus automatically on people's

faces and track moving subjects while keeping them

in focus (A 54).

Even while focusing manually, the newly-added Dual

Pixel Focus Guide function (A 50) serves as a

visual, intuitive guide that you can use to check if the

image is in focus and the required adjustment, if it is

not. This can be very helpful to ensure you always

get amazingly sharp 4K video.

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Creativity and Artistic Expression

Special recording modes (A 48, 87)

When you make recordings, you can change the

recording frame rate to achieve a fast or slow motion

effect. Alternatively, you can use pre-recording to

record 3 seconds before you decide to start

recording, helping you capture those hard-to-catch

opportunities.

Looks (

A 73)

You can adjust various aspects of the picture, such

as the color depth, sharpness and brightness, to

create a desired "look". If you prefer, you can use

one of the preset looks offered. The [Wide DR] look,

for example, applies a gamma curve with a very

wide dynamic range and an appropriate color

matrix.

Other Features

• Battery packs compatible with Intelligent System

give you an estimate (in minutes) of the remaining

recording time.

• Compatibility with the optional GP-E2 GPS

Receiver to geotag your recordings (A 90).

• Multiple image stabilization options (A 61) to

match your recording conditions.

• Compatibility with the optional RC-V100 Remote

Controller (A 89) when you need a professional

level of remote control far surpassing that of the

supplied wireless controller.

• Clear, adjustable LCD panel (A 24) and

adjustable viewfinder (A 24) for ease of use

regardless of the recording angle.

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1. Introduction 9

About this Manual 9

Conventions Used in this Manual 9

Supplied Accessories 11

Names of Parts 12

Camcorder 12

Handle Unit 17

WL-D89 Wireless Controller 18

2. Preparations 19

Preparing the Power Supply 19

Using a Battery Pack 19

Preparing the Camcorder 22

Attaching the Microphone Holder Unit 22

Attaching the Handle Unit 22

Using the Lens Hood and Lens Cap 23

Using the Viewfinder 24

Using the LCD Screen 24

Adjusting the Grip Belt and Using Straps 25

Wireless Controller 26

Using a Tripod 27

Basic Operation of the Camcorder 28

Turning the Camcorder On and Off 28

Changing the Camcorder's Operating Mode 29

Using the MENU Button and Joystick 29

Date, Time and Language Settings 30

Setting the Date and Time 30

Changing the Language 31

Changing the Time Zone 31

Using SD Cards 32

Compatible SD Cards 32

Inserting and Removing an SD Card 33

Initializing an SD Card 34

Selecting the SD Card for Recordings 34

Using the Menus 35

FUNC Menu 35

Setup Menus 36

3. Recording 39

Recording Video and Photos 39

Preparing to Record 39

Basic Recording 40

Reviewing the Latest Clip Recorded 41

Using the Fan 42

Onscreen Displays 42

Video Configuration: Resolution, Bit Rate and

Frame Rate 46

Selecting Internal Recording 46

Selecting the Resolution and Bit Rate 46

Selecting the Frame Rate 46

Dual Recording and Relay Recording 47

Slow & Fast Motion Recording 48

Adjusting the Focus 49

Manual Focus 49

AF-Boosted MF 52

Continuous AF 53

Changing the AF Frame Size 53

Face Detection & Tracking 54

Zooming 56

Using the Focus/Zoom Ring 56

Using the Zoom Rockers 57

Using the Supplied Wireless Controller or an

Optional Remote Controller 59

Using the Touch Screen’s Zoom Controls 59

Digital Tele-Converter 60

Image Stabilization 61

Dynamic IS or Standard IS 61

Powered IS 61

Automatic Gain Control (AGC) Limit 63

Shooting Modes 64

Programmed AE (’)64

Shutter Priority AE (‚)64

Aperture Priority AE (“)65

Manual Exposure (n)65

Special Scene Modes 66

Adjusting the Exposure 67

Exposure Lock (AE Lock) 67

Touch Exposure 67

Exposure Compensation 68

Backlight Correction 68

Zebra Pattern 69

ND Filter 70

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White Balance 71

Using Looks 73

Setting the Time Code 74

Selecting the Time Code Mode 74

Setting the User Bit 76

Recording Audio 77

Selecting the Audio Recording Format 77

Audio Settings and Recorded Audio Channels 78

Connecting an External Microphone or External

Audio Input Source to the Camcorder 79

Selecting the Audio Input Source for Audio

Channels 80

Adjusting the Audio Recording Level 81

Advanced Microphone Settings 83

Using Headphones 85

Color Bars/Audio Reference Signal 86

Recording Color Bars 86

Recording an Audio Reference Signal 86

Pre-Recording 87

Infrared Recording 88

Using the Optional RC-V100 Remote

Controller 89

Using the Optional GP-E2 GPS Receiver 90

4. Customization 93

CUSTOM Dial and Button 93

Assignable Buttons 94

Changing the Assigned Function 94

Assignable functions 95

Saving and Loading Camcorder Settings 96

Saving Camcorder Settings 96

Loading Camcorder Settings 96

5. Playback 97

Basic Playback 97

The Playback Index Screen 97

Changing the Index Screen 98

Playing Back Recordings 98

Playback Controls 99

Adjusting the volume 100

Displaying Clip Information 100

Clip and Photo Operations 101

Deleting Clips and Photos 101

Trimming Clips 102

Copying Clips and Photos 103

Recovering Clips 104

6. External Connections 105

Video Output Configuration 105

Video Output Configuration by Terminal (Internal

Recording Priority) 105

Video Output Configuration by Terminal (External

Recording Only) 106

Connecting to an External Monitor or

Recorder 107

Connection Diagram 107

Recording Video Using an External Recorder 107

Connecting an External Monitor 108

Audio Output 110

Selecting the Audio Channels 110

Working with Clips on a Computer 111

7. Network Functions 113

About the Network Functions 113

Connecting to a Wi-Fi Network 115

Camera Access Point 116

Connecting in Infrastructure Mode 117

Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) 118

Searching for Access Points 119

Manual Setup 120

Connecting to a Wired (Ethernet) Network 121

Selecting a Network Connection and Changing

Network Settings 122

Selecting a Network Connection 122

Changing Network Settings 122

Browser Remote: Controlling the Camcorder from

a Network Device 123

Setting Up Browser Remote 123

Starting Browser Remote 124

Using Browser Remote 126

FTP File Transfer 131

Setting Up the FTP Server and Transfer

Settings 131

Transferring Clips (FTP Transfer) 132

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8. Additional Information 133

Menu Options 133

FUNC Menu 133

Setup Menus 134

Troubleshooting 141

List of Messages 145

Safety Instructions and Handling Precautions 149

Maintenance/Others 153

Optional Accessories 154

Specifications 156

Reference Tables 159

Charging Times 159

Approximate Recording Time on an SD Card 159

Approximate Recording Times with a Fully

Charged Battery Pack 159

Index 161

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Introduction

About this Manual

Thank you for purchasing the Canon XF405 / XF400. Please read this manual carefully before you use the

camcorder and retain it for future reference. Should your camcorder fail to operate correctly, refer to

Troubleshooting (A 141).

Conventions Used in this Manual

• IMPORTANT: Precautions related to the camcorder’s operation.

• NOTES: Additional topics that complement the basic operating procedures.

• A: Reference page number within this manual.

• m: Text and/or illustrations that apply only to the model indicated in the icon.

• The following terms are used in this manual:

“Memory card” refers to an SD, SDHC or SDXC card.

“Screen” refers to the LCD screen and the viewfinder screen.

“Clip” refers to a single movie unit recorded with a single recording operation (for example, from the point when

the REC button is pressed to start recording until it is pressed again to stop).

“Network device” refers to a device (like a smartphone or tablet) connected to the camcorder via Wi-Fi or

through a wired network using the (Ethernet) terminal.

• The photos included in this manual are simulated pictures taken with a still camera. Unless indicated

otherwise, illustrations refer to the m. Some screenshots have been altered to make them easier to

read.

• Operating mode icons: A shaded icon (like ) indicates that the function described can be used in the

operating mode shown; a non-shaded icon (like ) indicates that the function cannot be used.

Operating modes:

Position of the POWER switch: shooting (CAMERA) or playback (MEDIA) mode.

For details, refer to Turning the Camcorder On and Off (A 28).

Position of the mode switch. For details refer to Changing the Camcorder's

Operating Mode (A 29).

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• The following style is used to represent menu selections. For a detailed explanation on how to use the menus,

refer to Using the Menus (A 35). For a summary of all available menu options and settings, refer to Menu

Options (A 133).

This indicates to press the

MENU button.

Brackets [ ] indicate text as it appears on the

camcorder's screen (menu options, onscreen

buttons, messages, etc.).

This arrow indicates a deeper

level in the menu hierarchy or

the next step in a procedure.

1 Select [Internal/External Rec].

> [3 ! Recording Setup] > [Internal/External Rec]

2 Touch [v Internal Rec Priority] and then touch [X].

The menu page number is given

only for main procedures.

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Supplied Accessories

The following accessories are supplied with the camcorder:

CA-946 AC Adapter

(incl. power cord)

BP-828 Battery Pack Microphone holder unit

(incl. screws)

Handle unit (incl. screws)

Lens hood with lens barrier Lens cap WL-D89 Wireless Controller

(incl. CR2025 lithium button

battery)

Quick Guide

Names of Parts

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Names of Parts

Camcorder

1 ND FILTER +/– buttons (A 70)

2 PRE REC (pre-recording) button (A 87)/

Assignable button 3 (A 94)

3 u (review recording) button (A 41)/

Assignable button 4 (A 94)

4 Lens barrier switch (A 39)

5Lens hood (A 23)

6 Focus/Zoom ring (A 49, 56)

7 CUSTOM (customizable) dial (A 93)

8 CUSTOM (customizable) button (A 93)

9 Focus/Zoom ring switch (A 49, 56)

10 INFRARED switch (A 88)

11 DISP (onscreen display) button (A 42)/

BATT. INFO (battery information) button (A 21)

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Names of Parts

1 Exhaust ventilation outlet (A 42)

2 Built-in speaker (A 100)

3 SD CARD (open the SD card compartment

cover) switch (A 33)

4 Air intake vent (A 42)

5 Lens hood release button (A 23)

6 Grip belt (A 25)

7USB terminal (A 90)

8 HDMI OUT terminal (A 107)

9 (Ethernet) indicator (A 121)

10 (Ethernet) terminal (A 121)

11 MIC terminal (A 79)

12 m SDI OUT terminal (A 107)

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Names of Parts

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1 Joystick (A 29)/SET button (A 29)

2 MENU button (A 29, 36)

3 Remote sensor (A 27)

4 AF/MF button (A 49)/

Assignable button 1 (A 94)

5 POWERED IS button (A 61)/

Assignable button 2 (A 94)

6 LCD touch screen (A 24)

7 Viewfinder (A 24)

8 Dioptric adjustment lever (A 24)

9 Strap mount (A 25)

10 MAGN. (magnification) button (A 52)/

Assignable button 5 (A 94)

11 REC (start/stop recording video) button (A 39)

12 Battery attachment unit (A 19)

13 Serial number

14 REMOTE terminal

For connecting the optional RC-V100 Remote

Controller (A 89) or commercially available

remote controllers.

15 × (headphones) terminal (A 85, 110)

16 DC IN terminal (A 19)

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Names of Parts

1 Handle attachment unit (A 22)

2 POWER/CHG (battery charging) indicator

(A 19)

3 Power switch (A 28)

4 Cold shoe/Handle attachment unit (A 22)

5 Built-in stereo microphone (A 77)

6ACCESS indicator (A 39)

7 Zoom rocker (A 56)

8 Mode switch (A 29)

9 SD card compartment cover (A 33)

10 SD card slot 2 (A 33)

11 SD card slot 3 (A 33)

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Names of Parts

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1 Socket for tripod's anti-rotation pin

2 Tripod socket (A 27)

3 BATTERY RELEASE switch (A 20)

4Eye cup (A 24)

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Names of Parts

Handle Unit

1 Cold shoe

2 Handle zoom rocker (A 57)

3 REC button's lock (C) lever (A 41)

4 REC (start/stop recording video) button (A 39)

5 – (audio level) dials for CH1 (left) and CH2

(right) (A 82)

6 Audio level switches: for CH1 (left) and CH2

(right) (A 81)

7 Audio input selection switches: for CH1 (left)

and CH2 (right) (A 80)

8 INPUT terminals (XLR): INPUT 1 (right), INPUT 2

(left) (A 79)

9Infrared light (A 88)

10 Tally lamp (A 40)

11 Audio controls cover (A 81)

12 Handle unit front screw (A 22)

13 Handle unit rear screws (A 22)

14 INPUT 1 (left) / INPUT 2 (right) switches

(audio source selection) (A 80)

Microphone Holder Unit (A 22, 79)

1 Microphone lock screw

2 Microphone holder

3 Microphone cable clamp

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Names of Parts

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WL-D89 Wireless Controller

1 START/STOP button (A 39)

Same as the REC button on the camcorder,

used to start/stop recording video.

2 G (open the index selection screen) button

(A 98)

3 MENU button (A 36)

4 DISP. (onscreen display) button (A 42)

5 SET button

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Ñ (stop) button (A 98)

7 PHOTO button (A 40)

8 Zoom buttons (A 59)

9 Navigation buttons (Í/Î/Ï/Ð)

10 Ò (play/pause) button (A 98)

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Preparations

Preparing the Power Supply

You can power the camcorder using a battery pack or directly using the supplied AC adapter. If you connect the

AC adapter to the camcorder while a battery pack is attached, the camcorder will draw power from the power

outlet.

Using a Battery Pack

You can power the camcorder using the supplied BP-828 Battery Pack or the optional BP-820 Battery Pack.

Both battery packs are compatible with Intelligent System so you can check the approximate remaining battery

usage time (in minutes) on the screen. For more accurate readings, when using a battery pack for the first time,

charge it fully and then use the camcorder until the battery pack is completely exhausted.

Charging the Battery Pack

Charge battery packs using the supplied CA-946 AC Adapter.

1 Make sure the power switch is set to OFF.

2 Connect the AC adapter's DC plug to the camcorder's DC IN

terminal.

3 Connect the power cord to the AC adapter.

4 Plug the power cord into a power outlet.

5 Attach the battery pack to the camcorder.

• Press the battery pack softly into the battery attachment unit

and slide it forward until it clicks in place.

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6 Charging will start.

• The POWER/CHG indicator will illuminate in red while the

battery is charging. The indicator will go out when charging is

completed. If the POWER/CHG indicator starts flashing, refer to

Troubleshooting (A 141).

7 When charging has completed, disconnect the AC adapter in the

order shown in the illustration.

To remove the battery pack

1 Slide the BATTERY RELEASE switch in the direction of the arrow

and hold it pressed down.

2 Slide the battery pack down and then pull it out.

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